Homemade Calzone – Easy Recipes for Delicious Italian Flavor
These homemade calzones are packed with cheesy, savory goodness. Perfect for weeknight dinners, they're one of the best easy recipes for all ages.
Servings: 4 calzones
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Flour, for dusting
- Olive oil, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into an 8-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread 2–3 tablespoons of pizza sauce on half of each dough circle, leaving the edges clear.
- Layer with mozzarella cheese, ricotta, pepperoni or sausage, bell peppers, and olives.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press and seal the edges firmly using a fork.
- Place calzones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Cut small slits on top of each calzone to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Brush with olive oil before serving, if desired. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.